Chiral separation column is a technique in which two enantiomers of the
same compound with different affinity are separated. The chiral
separation is significant, because most of the bioorganic molecules in
human body are chiral. It helps in developing technology for analysis
and separation of racemic drugs in pharmaceutical industries. The
preparation of pure optically active compounds and determination of
reaction mechanism & pathways are carried out using chiral separation
columns in laboratories.

The advancements in chromatography instruments and importance of
chromatography tests for drug approvals are factors that drive the
growth of the world chiral separation column market. In addition,
increasing tie-ups with research laboratories & academic institutes and
government investment in chromatography techniques supplement the
growth. However, scarcity of skilled professionals and high costs of
instruments hinder the growth of market. Moreover, the growing adoption
of green chromatography and rising proteomics market create new
opportunities across various geographies.

The world chiral separation columns market is segmented based on
applications, material, type, end user, and geography. The applications
covered in the report liquid chromatography systems, gas chromatography
systems, thin layer chromatography systems, and supercritical fluid
chromatography systems. The materials included in the report are metal
(stainless steel), glass, and plastic. The market is further classified
based on types into empty columns and pre-packed columns. The end-user
segment is further divided into pharmaceutical & biotechnology industry,
academics, government laboratories, & research institutes, food &
beverage industry, hospitals & clinics, neutraceutical companies,
cosmetic industry, and environmental agencies.